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12-time Emmy Award Winning Producer & Host Carol Cain interviews leaders with focuses on politics, business, education, sports, and community issues.
Businesses across the Great Lakes State are concerned about tariffs, inflation and the talent gap, according to respondents of a new survey by Michigan Business Network along with Cinnaire.
Amidst massive change sweeping through college athletics as a result of the House vs. NCAA antitrust settlement, University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel appears on Michigan Matters as an exclusive to talk about its impact and the road ahead.
The roundtable of Terry Barclay of Inforum, Marvin Beatty of Hollywood Casino Greektown, and strategist Susy Avery appears on Michigan Matters to discuss key issues impacting the region, including politics, tariffs, inclusion and the red-hot Detroit mayoral primary taking place next month.
Dr. Ivan Baines of the Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute and Dr. Steven Kalkanis of Henry Ford Health appear on Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss the impact of a new research center coming to life in the heart of Detroit and the timeline of its opening.
With the Fourth of July holiday almost here, the Salute to America Program featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra with nightly fireworks will be held July 2-5 at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, as it has for over 30 years.
As PGA golfers prepare to tee off this week at the 2025 Rocket Classic held at Detroit Golf Club, Mark Hollis, COO of Rock Entertainment Venture, appears on Michigan Matters to talk about the signature event and its path forward in the Motor City.
Business across Michigan and Ontario are holding their breath as leaders gather at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, held June 15-17, and discuss critical issues.
Over 1,500 leaders from all corners of the state gathered at the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss issues including tariffs, politics, education, talent needs, growing population, growing the defense industry, and even adding a little more “hoops” to the Motor City’s future.
It's a tale of two historic buildings in Metro Detroit finding new life as leaders involved talk about changes at Michigan Central Station and the Dearborn Inn on Michigan Matters.
Michigan put the world on wheels, and with its manufacturing prowess, has also dominated the defense industry.
The Motor City will be in the international spotlight yet again as the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear and Ford Fireworks returns to the streets and skies of downtown Detroit to the delight of over a million folks who will be on hand for the two signature events.
Hilary Doe, the Chief Growth and Marketing Officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, talks about her efforts over the past two years to grow the Great Lakes State's population on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University are teaming up in Detroit at an innovative medical research center, which Bob Riney, CEO of Henry Ford Health, and Kevin Guskiewicz, MSU President, talked about on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
With President Trump’s trip to Michigan on Tuesday to mark his 100th day in office, Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director of MichAuto, Mark Truby, Chief Communications Officer of Ford, and Bill Wild, CEO of Midwest Independent Retailers Association, appear on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters and discuss the current state of business in Michigan.
Distracted driving killed at least 3,000 people and caused more than 400,000 injuries in the U.S. in 2024, according to NHTSA, as the problem is worse in summer months when more people are on the road.
It’s a look at Detroit Public Schools Community Foundation and how things are going as Kerrie Mitchell, CEO, appears on Michigan Matters to give an update.
Lawrence Technological University is 93 years old with a strong regional imprint, which Dr. Tarek Sobh talks about on Michigan Matters.
It’s a look at the state of regional transit as Dwight A. Farrell, General Manager of SMART, Denise Brooks-Williams, executive vice president and COO of Henry Ford Health, and Robert Cramer, director of DDOT, appear on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters to talk about the vital issue.
State Sen. Jim Runestad, new chair of the Michigan Republican Party who won last month’s surprise vote during its statewide convention, appears on Michigan Matters along with David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst at the Cook Political Report, as the analyst dissects the local and national political picture.
It’s a conversation about the first weeks of the Trump administration and its impact on Michigan.
Newly elected Michigan Democratic Party Chairman Curtis Hertel Jr. discussed his party and its future on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
The roundtable of Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett, strategist Susy Avery and Detroit City Councilman Coleman Young II talk about a busy time in regional and statewide politics.
Sam Klemet, who took over as executive director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, which stages the Detroit Auto Show, discusses the recently held 2025 show and what’s ahead for 2026, with the event again being held in January.
As Black History Month continues, it’s a celebration of the late Judge Damon Keith’s life and impact as Peter J. Hammer, Director of the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights at Wayne State University Law School, Sean Williams, CEO of Detroit Vs Everybody, and Alex L. Parrish, partner at Honigman LLP, appear to share insights.
On this week's Michigan Matters, bringing back film incentives, an update on recreational marijuana sales and movie theatres during this pandemic, with three guests at the forefront of these topics
Four regional leaders discuss a hectic and historic week which saw the departure of Donald Trump, the inauguration of Joe Biden as President, and release of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick from jail thanks to Trump who commuted his sentence on his way out the door.
Congresswoman Haley Stevens, Oakland County Republican Party Chairman Rocky Raczkowski, Rod Albert of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association, and Peter Bhatia, Editor/Vice President of Detroit Free Press/Freep.com appear with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host of CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" to talk about these issues and more.
Four influential leaders -- Oakland University President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, Richard DeVore, PNC Regional President for Detroit and Southeast Michigan, Joseph J. Richardson Jr., President/CEO of AAA:The Auto Club Group and Dave Lorenz, Vice President of Travel Michigan at MEDC -- appear on CBS 62's Michigan Matters this Sunday (at its new time -- 7:30 am) to talk about what ahead in 2021.
He's an icon, former mayor and NBA superstar. He's Dave Bing and the legendary CEO appeared on CBS 62' "Michigan Matters" to talk about his life and overcoming many challenges in his life as he writes about in his new book.
Four influential leaders --Denise Ilitch, Peter Bhatia, Rocky Raczkowski and Darci McConnell – talk about the impact of the dramatic year that was and how it might shape 2021 on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters"
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discusses the dizzying issues that arose this year including the pandemic, economic fallout, and a heated election on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters."
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter, Wayne County Executive Warren Evans and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel – the region's "Big Four" political leaders - appear on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" this Sunday (airing at its new time - 7:30 am ) to talk with Senior Producer/Host Carol Cain about the year, pressing issues, and what's ahead.
A look at renewed efforts to fix Michigan's crumbling roads as MDOT Director with Paul Ajegba checks in. Then, pundits Susy Avery and Bill Ballenger update impact of Election 2020.
It's a conversation with CEO Mat Ishbia and Singer/Producer Tony Lucca as their profiles grow exponentially this holiday season as they also help the community in different ways.
With the holiday season here and challenging times for many across the region amid this pandemic, the leaders of four local organizations appear on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" this Sunday at its new time (7:30 am) to talk how they are adjusting and pitching in to help.
Dr. Michael Genord, President & CEO of Health Alliance Plan who took over the top job in February, talked with Carol Cain, Senior Producer/Host, about how the insurer is helping customers and the community. He also talked how HAP employees have adjusted during this time.
Election 2020 came and went but not without controversy as pollster Ed Sarpolus and Oakland University's Center for Civic Engagement David Dulio discuss on "Michigan Matters" airing 11:30 a.m. Sunday on CBS 62.
As President Donald Trump and former Vice President and Democratic Nominee Joe Biden crisscross Michigan in last minute campaign stops, the chairs of the Republican National Committee and Democratic National Committee appear on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" to discuss that contest, the U.S. Senate race and more.
As the number of Covid-19 cases and deaths rises, Dr. Joneigh S. Khaldun, Chief Medical Executive and Chief Deputy Director for Health for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, appeared on CBS 62's "Michigan Matters" to update the situation.
A Central Michigan University source has confirmed that CMU football coaching staff requested Connor Stalions to assist its staff during CMU's 2023 season opener against Michigan State University.
Jim Harbaugh is refusing to comment on the NCAA's decision to fine the University of Michigan tens of millions of dollars and to suspend head coach Sherrone Moore for a third game due to the sign-stealing scandal that occurred during Harbaugh's tenure at his alma mater.
The Garden City, Michigan, man was arrested "within hours" after he allegedly made threats to harm people at the Arba'een Procession.
A window at Howell Opera House shattered on Saturday as storms rolled through the area, though the window isn't the only part of the building that needs fixing.
The shooting happened around 7 p.m. on the 19000 block of Rowe Street.
Organizers and participants of the Detroit tradition are celebrating 30 years of vintage cars, hotrods and so much more.
A retired Michigan autoworker got a Facebook message this summer from a stranger: Did you lose your wallet?
Authorities received reports that Ram's V8 bucking mechanical bull was stolen; however, those claims may not have been true.
Many of the downtown roads were closed for some high-octane, and most importantly, legal, drag racing.
Officers were on patrol in the area of Greenfield and Schoolcraft roads on Saturday around 1 a.m. when they noticed a fire at an auto collision shop.
A window at Howell Opera House shattered on Saturday as storms rolled through the area, though the window isn't the only part of the building that needs fixing.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
Spanning across nine communities, the Woodward Dream Cruise is back.
Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans — or businesses clamoring for a piece of the action.
As the 30th anniversary celebration of Dream Cruise gets ready to kick off this weekend, law enforcement teams and business owners across Oakland County are preparing for what may be in store.
Brooks Lee's first career grand slam capped a six-run third inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 to avoid a four-game series sweep.
The shark attack happened near Big Grand Cay on the island of Abaco, Bahamas, on Sunday, police said.
Special U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff says Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed to allow the U.S. and Europe to offer Ukraine a security guarantee resembling NATO's collective defense mandate.
European leaders will join Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his crucial meeting with President Trump in Washington on Monday.
Hurricane Erin underwent rapid intensification to become a Category 5 storm in just hours. It has since weakened to a Category 4 status.
The 61-year-old physician allegedly billed the Medicaid program for services that were never provided 23 times in 2024.
Four Michigan men, including two doctors, have been charged in a $7 million illegal opioid distribution conspiracy
Michigan Medicine says the health information of some patients was potentially exposed when it mailed out postcards without envelopes.
Health officials have confirmed the presence of Legionnaires' disease at a senior living facility in Dearborn.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
A Central Michigan University source has confirmed that CMU football coaching staff requested Connor Stalions to assist its staff during CMU's 2023 season opener against Michigan State University.
Brooks Lee's first career grand slam capped a six-run third inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 8-1 to avoid a four-game series sweep.
Jim Harbaugh is refusing to comment on the NCAA's decision to fine the University of Michigan tens of millions of dollars and to suspend head coach Sherrone Moore for a third game due to the sign-stealing scandal that occurred during Harbaugh's tenure at his alma mater.
Trey Sweeney drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Casey Mize struck out 10 batters, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 8-5.
Backup quarterback Zach Wilson had a strong first half for the Dolphins and third-stringer Quinn Ewers threw for two second-half touchdowns as Miami beat the Detroit Lions 24-17 in the preseason.
Businesses across the Great Lakes State are concerned about tariffs, inflation and the talent gap.
Amidst massive change sweeping through college athletics as a result of the House vs. NCAA antitrust settlement, University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel appears on Michigan Matters as an exclusive to talk about its impact and the road ahead.
The roundtable discusses how tariffs are impacting business and consumers alike, as things like spending in casinos in Detroit by Canadian tourists have dropped.
This week, the roundtable discusses the efforts to grow the aerospace industry in Michigan.
With the Fourth of July holiday almost here, the Salute to America Program featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra with nightly fireworks will be held July 2-5 at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, as it has for over 30 years.
The eyes of the world will be on Washington, D.C., on Monday as President Trump welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European and NATO leaders to discuss a possible end to the war between Russia and Ukraine. Willie James Inman explains.
Three people are in custody after a shooting and hit-and-run on Detroit's east side Saturday night, and more of your top stories of Sunday Aug. 17, 2025.
An Amtrak train traveling from Chicago to Dearborn broke down near Battle Creek on Friday night, leaving passengers stuck on the locomotive for over four hours. Witnesses say they were left without air conditioning, working restrooms and electricity.
Tracking showers and storms for Tuesday
A gust of wind during storms in Livingston County on Saturday shattered a window at Howell Opera House, according to board members. Officials are now looking for donations to repair it.